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Architect, former Plan Baton Rouge director against the demolition of historic 'Catfish Town'
BATON ROUGE - Members of the Historic Preservation Commission and Plan Baton Rouge are speaking out against the proposed demolition of 'Catfish Town' to make way for a new parking lot. Board member of the Historic Preservation Commission Rex Cabaniss and former Plan Baton Rouge director Boo Thomas say that...
Ascension Parish's Jessica Ockman to join inaugural class for NIET Fellows Program
Twelve teacher leaders from across the country will join the inaugural class for the NIET Fellows Program. The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching is among the largest trainers of teacher leaders, with more than 35,000 teacher leaders trained to date. The new NIET Fellows Program selects 12 teacher leaders...
Sportsline Summer Camp: The Lutcher Bulldogs
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Since 2002, Dwain Jenkins has coached on the Lutcher staff in some capacity all but three years. Jenkins now enters his 9th season as the Bulldogs head coach. He likes his offensive line, led by players like Matt Lambert, Logan Borne, Colin Hastings, and Jayden Michael. Those linemen plan to open holes for senior Trenton Chaney, who had over 1,000 all-purpose yards as a running back and wide receiver last season. Chaney is likewise verbally committed to the Ragin’ Cajuns of UL-Lafayette. And starting behind center at quarterback is one of Coach Jenkins two sons on the roster – senior No. 2 Zach Jenkins.
Art scene: Dance documentary auditions and lots of theater performances in August
The Cangelosi Dance Project, in association with Movee Media, will host auditions for a pilot episode for the documentary series, "The Dance," from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Cangelosi studio 3749 Perkins Road. The first episode will follow three individuals on their journeys toward become professional dancers....
Mothers Against Drunk Driving honors law enforcement officers for drunk driving arrests
PRAIRIEVILLE - More than 100 law enforcement officers across the state were honored Tuesday afternoon for making a monumental amount of DWI arrests over the last year. The 2024 Mothers Against Drunk Driving Law Enforcement Recognition Ceremony aimed to honor those who had made at least 25 DWI arrests in the last 12 months.
Best Deli Restaurants in Baton Rouge, LA
We highlight three of the best Deli restaurants in Baton Rouge: Mulberry Market, American Market, and Inga’s Subs & Salads. Baton Rouge is home to a vibrant and diverse culinary scene, with deli restaurants standing out as some of the city’s most : dining spots. These establishments are...
Word is This Louisiana Restaurant Sells the Best Jambalaya in the State
When it comes to Cajun and Creole staples like gumbo, jambalaya, boudin, po-boys, etouffee, and even red beans and rice, you'll usually find the best of all of it cooking in people's kitchens across South Louisiana. However, there are locally owned restaurants throughout Acadiana that get it deliciously right when...
Baton Rouge apartment complex sells for $3M
The 220-unit Bella of Baton Rouge Apartments on Boulevard De Province has sold for $3 million, according to sales documents filed Monday with the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court’s office. Bella of Baton Rouge Apartments LLC, represented by Arthur Kantorovich, purchased the property from RSS WFCM2015-SG1- LA...
This local vegan restaurateur is expanding with a third location
Golden Vegan is bringing vegan comfort food to Baton Rouge college campuses this fall. After quietly opening its second location at LSU’s Student Union in March, owner Neisha Rowe plans to start serving plant-based cuisine at Southern University’s Student Union on September 16. The first Golden Vegan restaurant...
Elite 2026 safety Blaine Bradford set for three key July visits
Baton Rouge (La.) Catholic Top100 safety Blaine Bradford is among the top football recruits in the 2026 class. 247Sports ranks the 6-foot-1, 200-pounder as the junior cycle's No. 52 overall prospect, No. 3 safety and No. 3 player in Louisiana. On the recruiting front, as expected, Bradford holds offers from...
Man wanted in connection with shooting investigation, deputies say
WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH, La. (WAFB) - A man is wanted by deputies in connection with a shooting investigation, according to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said that man is Julius Knox Jr., 23, of Baton Rouge. They added that his charges are armed robbery and attempted first-degree murder.
WBRZ's annual Stuff the Bus event is today! Donate supplies to capital area students
BATON ROUGE — WBRZ's Stuff the Bus school supply donation event is TODAY!. Stuff the Bus will be held on Wednesday to collect school supplies like pencils, pens, notebooks, paper and anything else K-12 students need across the capital area. East Baton Rouge and West Baton Rouge parishes have...
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